Monthly Archives: February 2014

Do you need time to yourself to rest and relax but don’t have the budget or time to go to the spa? With luxuriously-scented products from Philip B, Molton Brown and Skin & Co, treating yourself to some R&R at home has never been easier.

Hair: Philip B. Russian Amber Imperial Collection

Philip B. Russian Amber Imperial Collection

Each product is created with a Russian-inspired blend of Chamomile, Grape Seed, Rosemary, Nettle, Burdock and Sage and combines advanced technology with healing botanicals to leave hair naturally bouncy and gleaming with health.

The formula actually works to fortify and restore hair’s cell membranes, making color- or chemically-treated strands come alive. One treatment instantly leaves your color more vibrant and adds elasticity and bounce.

Experience the scent of an Australian woodland with this gently cleansing yet potently scented body wash, perfect for a warm relaxing bath time soak. Blended with Australian eucalyptus oil, wild mint and menthol aroma.

The ultimate body moisturizer. Put it on and any dry feeling is totally gone. Created to be food for your skin, it is rich in anti-oxidants, vitamins and acids essential for skin health. Truffles for the skin are a major luxury.

*Product samples were received in exchange for my honest opinion. No compensation was received for this post.*

Bioré® Skincare Self Heating One Minute Mask: In just one minute, this thermal mask warms to open pores, draws out and dissolves 2.5 times more dirt, oil, and surface toxins than a basic cleanser, and rinses them clean away with an invigorating cooling sensation. Infused with natural charcoal, this breakthrough mask melts dirt and oil better than the leading competitive mask. So clean your pores from the dirt, oil and makeup of the past and clear the problem.

Available at select food, drug and mass merchant stores. For more information, visit www.biore.com

Each scent was designed to capture a stylish duo of ingredients that reflect perfect pairs in love.

Fresh Rose + Peach: Juicy notes of peach nectar, lychee and fresh cassis buds. The middle notes of geranium and Bulgarian rose oil infuse innocence and femininity into the fragrance while the blend of musk and orris at the base.

Orange Blossom + White Musk: Bergamot and juicy orange notes open up this fragrance. Orange blossom and soft peony at the heart of the scent capture an element of femininity and the trace of orris, white musk and cozy sandalwood add an intriguing, sensual aspect to the mix.

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This chilly winter weather may be drying out your lips and making them feel chapped. Keep your lips moisturized and kissable (especially on Valentine’s Day) with these conditioning lip balms and lip tints.

This tinted lip treatment is petrolatum-free and paraben-free. It has a subtle vanilla flavor and an ultra-sheer, natural rose shade. This lip tint will keep your lips moist while enhancing their natural color.

An extra repairing and nourishing version of the beloved Smile Lip Balm, this indulgent balm comes in a petit pot and features softening and nutrient-rich Honey Extract, Shea Butter, Beeswax, and reparative Royal Jelly.

What better way to get into the spirit for the winter games than by adding some metallic shades to your beauty routine? Apply jane iredale 24-Karat Gold Dust(available in Gold, Silver and Bronze; $13.50 each) to the eyes, cheeks and lips for a “delicately gilded look” that highlights your best features.

To get a shimmery glow all-over add a small amount to your favorite moisturizer or even add some to your go-to hair gel or leave-in conditioner for a sparkle that will make you the “mane” attraction.

If there’s one day a year that we want to ensure our lips are kissably soft, it’s Valentine’s Day. Vaseline is here to help perfect your pout with Vaseline Lip Therapy Rosy Lips – a sheer tinted lip product that adds deep moisturization to your lip care routine.